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Grandpa Gus Brought Out the Brush. Waffles Knew Just What to Do.

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Grandpa Gus kneels on the back steps with a wooden brush in his hand and a soft look on his face. In front of him sits Waffles, the fawn French Bulldog, perfectly still, bat ears upright and dark eyes half closed in contentment. Gus wears his green fishing vest with every pocket stuffed with tools, pens, and a rag, over a faded blue plaid shirt, and his white mustache twitches into a small smile as he pulls the brush along the dog's back. Behind them the weathered steps hold a blue watering can, a basket of gardening gloves, and a pair of well-worn sneakers.

Frenchies have short, smooth coats, but they still shed, and regular brushing is a simple way to keep loose hair off the furniture. A soft bristle brush or rubber grooming mitt works well once or twice a week, and it doubles as a nice bonding routine. This is also a good moment to check the skin folds on the face, which can trap moisture and dirt and may need gentle wiping with a damp cloth, dried thoroughly afterward. Watch for redness, odd smells, or scratching, and mention anything unusual to your vet. French Bulldogs also overheat easily, so grooming outside is best in cool, shaded spots.

Waffles does not look like he is in any hurry. For Gus, it is a small job with a big reward: a clean back step, a happy dog, and ten quiet minutes that feel exactly like the best part of the day.

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